Jovinus the Philosopher

Jovinus Ofella (347 AD-) was a general of the Eastern Roman Empire who repelled an attack by Sarmatians on Constantinople in 371 AD.

Biography
Jovinus Ofella was born in Constantinople in 347 AD, and was a Christian. A confident commander, he married Helvia Flavius and became a man of power in the Eastern Roman Empire, becoming Governor of Constantinople. In 371 AD, Ofella repelled a horde of Sarmatians that attacked Constantinople, proving his command skills.